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Modulation of SHP-1 abundance by TAOK3 serves as a rheostat for TCR signaling and determines the activation threshold of T lymphocytes.
Read more"Our resins for the purification of his-tagged proteins can be instrumental in the development and purification of phage-based therapies"
Our technology offers a unique advantage in studying bacteriophages, particularly in the purification and analysis of phage components like tail fibers and chaperones.
The world of microbiology and bacteriophage research is rapidly advancing, as highlighted in the recent study on Alteromonas bacteriophages and their tail fibers. This research, focusing on the structural and functional dynamics of bacteriophage components, opens new doors in understanding bacterial-phage interactions.
Agarose Bead Technology plays a pivotal role in this realm, offering innovative tools that significantly enhance the research process. Our technology offers a unique advantage in studying bacteriophages, particularly in the purification and analysis of phage components like tail fibers and chaperones.
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The study on Alteromonas bacteriophages illustrates how critical such components are in understanding phage adaptability and host specificity. Our Nickel NTA Agarose Resins, known for their gentle yet effective separation properties, enable researchers to isolate and examine these delicate structures without compromising their integrity. As the study sheds light on the evolutionary dynamics of bacteriophages, it also opens avenues in phage therapy.
Our resins for the purification of histidine-tagged proteins can be instrumental in the development and purification of phage-based therapies, offering a way to combat antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains.
By enabling the isolation of specific phage components, our technology aids in tailoring phage therapy solutions to target resistant bacterial infections effectively.
Agarose Bead Technology is proud to be part of this journey, providing essential tools that enhance the study of bacteriophages.
1. Gonzalez-Serrano, R., Rosselli, R., Roda-Garcia, J.J. et al. Distantly related Alteromonas bacteriophages share tail fibers exhibiting properties of transient chaperone caps. Nat Commun 14, 6517 (2023).
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-023-42114-8